Rediscover the Roaring Twenties in Full Color

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Step right up, folks, and get ready to be whisked away to a time of jazz, glamor, and a whole lot of mischief! The Roaring Twenties, a decade synonymous with liberation and lively living, truly pops when seen through these incredible restored and colorized photographs.

Suddenly, the flappers’ fringe shimmers with new vibrancy, the clandestine clink of bootleg bottles feels closer, and the bustling streets truly hum with life. Forget dusty history books – these 20 vibrant images throw open the doors to speakeasies, street parades, and dance halls, inviting you to jive along with the bright-eyed couples of a century ago!

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1. Flappers Share a Laugh With an Artist Who’s Drawing Them

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Two vivacious flappers share a delightful chuckle with an artist capturing their likeness, a perfect snapshot of Jazz Age exuberance.

2. Flower Vendors Pictured in Washington D.C., Circa 1920-1925

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A vibrant splash of color on a Washington D.C. street, as flower vendors offer their fresh blooms, circa 1920-1925.

3. Streetcars Line a Busy Street in Downtown Los Angeles

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Downtown Los Angeles buzzes with activity, trolley cars lining the busy thoroughfare, a testament to urban growth in the Roaring Twenties.

4. The St.

Louis Cotton Jazz Band Having a Blast, Circa 1925
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type=thumbnail_580x000&url=4Dq2aX_15Fr2Psi00″ alt=”The St. Louis Cotton Jazz Band performing with enthusiasm” width=”1110″ height=”713″></figure>

The St. Louis Cotton Jazz Band clearly having the time of their lives, their music undoubtedly filling the air with infectious rhythms, circa 1925.

5. Authorities Look on as Confiscated Barrels of Alcohol Are Poured Down the Drain During Prohibition, 1923

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A stark reminder of the Prohibition era: authorities overseeing the dramatic destruction of confiscated alcohol barrels in 1923. One can almost hear the collective sigh of thirsty onlookers!

6. Three Models Wade in Water During a Photoshoot for a Spring Fashion Show in Arlington Beach, 1924

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These fashion-forward models bravely wade into the water for a spring fashion show photoshoot at Arlington Beach in 1924. Talk about dedication to style!

7. Members of the Fleishhacker Swimming Club Pose for a Snap With a Cadillac in San Francisco, 1927

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Looking sharp and ready for a dip! Members of San Francisco’s Fleishhacker Swimming Club strike a pose next to a rather grand Cadillac in 1927.

8. A Flapper Does the Charleston With a Row of Dancers

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The Charleston, the dance sensation of the decade, captured in full swing! A leading flapper shows off her moves alongside a line of fellow dancers.

9. ‘Georgetown Vs.

Marines Football Match, 1923’
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type=thumbnail_580x000&url=3L2VxP_15Fr2Psi00″ alt=”Georgetown vs. Marines football match in 1923″ width=”2048″ height=”1488″></figure>

A glimpse into the gridiron action of 1923 as Georgetown takes on the Marines. Football was just as thrilling a century ago!

10. A Family Pictured During the Flu Epidemic in Dublin, California

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A poignant image of a family in Dublin, California, captured during the challenging times of the Flu Epidemic. Life went on, even amidst hardship.

11. A Woman Poses in Her Tennis Outfit, Circa 1920

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Ready for a match or just serving up some serious style? This woman strikes a graceful pose in her fashionable tennis attire, circa 1920.

12. A Factory Worker Carefully Operates Industrial Machinery, 1920

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The backbone of industry: a factory worker meticulously operates industrial machinery in 1920, a snapshot of the era’s burgeoning manufacturing.

13. Couples Dance the Night Away at a New Years Eve Party in New York

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What a night! Couples twirl and sway, dancing the night away at a New Year’s Eve bash in New York, ringing in a fresh decade with style and cheer.

14. Swedish Actor Lars Hanson Pictured During a Shoot for a Silent Film in Hollywood, California, Circa 1920

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Lights, camera, action (or rather, no sound)! Swedish actor Lars Hanson captured on a Hollywood silent film set, circa 1920, embodying the magic of early cinema.

15. Silent Film Actress Norma Talmadge Looking Glamorous, Circa 1920

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Pure star power! Silent film sensation Norma Talmadge exudes timeless glamour in this stunning portrait from around 1920.

16. 1920s Glam: Brain Scan or Hair Drying Machine?

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type=thumbnail_580x000&url=1GTyhp_15Fr2Psi00″ alt=”A woman under an elaborate hair drying machine” width=”1515″ height=”1470″></figure>
A marvel of modern beauty technology!

This elaborate contraption is, in fact, a hair-drying machine from the 1920s, ensuring every curl was perfectly coiffed.

17. Flappers Get Ready for a Beach Day

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Sun, sand, and style! These flappers are all smiles as they gear up for a fabulous beach day, showing off their fashionable swimwear.

18. Kids Sneak a Peek Under a Circus Tent, 1920

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The thrill of the circus, perfectly captured! A group of eager youngsters can’t resist a sneak peek under the big top in 1920.

19. ‘Silent Film Actress Dorothy Sebastian Reels in a Trout During a Camping Trip in California, Late 1920s’

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Even movie stars needed a break! Silent film actress Dorothy Sebastian enjoys a peaceful moment, reeling in a trout during a California camping trip in the late 1920s.

20. Three Women Looking Ethereal as They Frolic in a Park, 1920

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A vision of elegance and joy! Three women frolic gracefully in a park, embodying the carefree spirit of 1920.


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